Central New York - Region 7

Most properties on this page are managed by the Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC); a few are managed by the State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation (OPRHP). DEC manages forests, multiple use areas, unique areas and wildlife management areas. OPRHP manages parks. Click on each link for details on the recreational opportunities available for each site.

State Lands in Central New York (PDF, 325 KB) (2 pages) is a printable pamphlet that explains the purpose and role of state forests in the central New York/Region 7 area, and highlights some of the important resources available in our forests.

Facilities in the list below include State Parks which are managed by the NYS Office of Parks, Recreation, and Historic Preservation (OPRHP). Click on each link for details on the recreational opportunities available for each site.